Comparing Our Italy Tours
Comparing Rick Steves Italy tours is like comparing fine wine: Deciding to go to Italy is pretty easy (it's all good), but figuring out what to see in a single trip makes the choosing part a lot harder! Let's get started on the path to clarity by comparing the features of our Italy tours.
And away we go…
Best of Italy in 17 Days tour: This tour covers the most places in Italy, including the lakes and mountains. "I've got the time and money, and I want to see the most — and best — of Italy in a single trip."
Heart of Italy in 9 Days tour: Covering the core sights of our Best of Italy tour in just as much detail, this tour skips Lake Como, the Dolomites, Verona, Venice, Siena, and Assisi. "My time and budget are tight, so saving a week's worth of vacation days and up to $2,600 per person is a big plus."
Venice, Florence & Rome in 10 Days tour: This is strictly an urban tour, covering each city with more in-depth learning about history, art, sights, food, and culture than the other tours. "My time is limited and these cities are on my must-see list. I'll come back for more of Italy later!"
Village Italy in 14 Days tour: With a tasty focus on food and culture, this tour immerses you in the countryside magic of small-town Italy. "I want to slow down and experience Italian culture — cooking pasta, making wine, and getting to know the Italian people."
Best of Tuscany in 11 Days tour: While this tour starts in Florence, it'll show you the parts of this famous region that our other tours don't cover — including the Val d'Orcia, Maremma, and Chianti — along with time to slow down and savor Tuscany's food and wine. "I want to get a real feel for Tuscany, with plenty of time to do it!"
My Way® Italy in 13 Days vacation: Our "un-guided" tour sets you free in Venice, the Dolomites, the Cinque Terre, Florence, Assisi, and Rome — for up to $2,200 less than our fully guided Best of Italy in 17 Days tour. "Having my itinerary, transportation, and hotels arranged is a huge stress reliever. And I'll confess, I'm not that into group sightseeing and dinners. My Way gives me Italy with more independence."
Best of South Italy in 13 Days tour: This tour explores the southern end of Italy's "boot" — including Naples, the Adriatic Coast, the Amalfi Coast, and Pompeii — that our other tours don't visit. "I've seen Italy's biggest sights, now I'm looking for something different and off the beaten path."
Best of Sicily in 11 Days tour: One of our most popular itineraries, our Sicily tour takes you all over this culturally rich island — which Rick calls "Italy in the extreme" — and doesn't visit any other parts of Italy. "I want to focus on the unique sights, culture, history, and tastes of Sicily."
Best of Rome in 7 Days tour: This weeklong tour offers the most in-depth experience in the Eternal City. You'll enjoy plenty of time at the city's museums, famous sights, and vibrant neighborhoods. "A couple of days in Rome aren't enough for me — I want a whole week to take it all in!"